You Only NEED 2 POWER TOOLS!! (Here's What They Are...2 MOST IMPORTANT Power Tools)

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Viewers always want to know which power tools I think they should absolutely have. DIYers are overwhelmed with power tool choices! But, if you're a DIYer, I really think YOU ONLY NEED 2 POWER TOOLS! That's what we're talking about in this episode of The Honest Carpenter.
I think the 2 MOST IMPORTANT POWER TOOLS are:
Circular Saw
1/2" Cordless Drill (18V or 20V)
I truly believe you only need these 2 power tools, because they cover your most basic functions when practicing carpentry: CUTTING and FASTENING.
Circular Saws act as a stand-in for miter saws and table saws. They're essentially as powerful as these larger tools, with a 15-amp motor on a 7-1/4" blade. But, unlike the 2 larger power tools, the circular saw can be carried around in your hand. It can cross-cut like a miter saw, but rip like a table saw. And, it doesn't have cut reach limits--it will cut as far as you can push it.
1/2" Cordless Drills are the ultimate power tools for fastening, because they can both DRILL and DRIVE. I like nail guns, but they generally only do one thing well: frame, siding nail, trim nail...The 1/2" Cordless Drill can be adapted to handle all of these functions by driving a huge variety of fasteners.
Also, cordless drills have clutches, so they offer more control than corded drills. Though, I do think you should only use 18v and 20v cordless drills, because they have enough power to turn larger bits (paddle bits, hole saws, speed bor bits) without bogging down as much.
That's why I think YOU ONLY NEED 2 POWER TOOLS when you're beginning to build your collection. I operated off of these 2 most important power tools for years as a younger carpenter.
The only setbacks, as I see them, is that circular saws can be dangerous power tools. (PLEASE PRACTICE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN WORKING WITH CIRCULAR SAWS!). And, drills leave large holes to fill. But, trim head screws can reduce this problem, and woodfiller, sanding and patience can make your painted projects look great.
That's why I think you only need these 2 power tools! A good circular Saw, and a decent 1/2" 18v or 20v Cordless drill.
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Комментарии : 3 тыс.

@LrMdrd 4 года назад

Yet another "watch me, an expert, build using a multitude of expensive tools but you, a novice, can do it with a sharpened potato"

@TheHonestCarpenter 4 года назад

Just time and patience Seth. All skills take dedication. I started with nothing but a sharpened potato...

@martinblouin3639 4 года назад

you can basically build a house with a circular saw and an impact driver, a speedsquare and a hammer

@darrinjones9387 4 года назад

Mostly all I ever use framing aside from a framing nailer. When I do finishing work, out comes the chop saw, table saw etc. Even then the skil-saw is king

@pointedspider 4 года назад

@@TheHonestCarpenter I still use my sharpened potato!

@gwythal.doire.4361 4 года назад

That's why there's so many "Excellent Carpenters" from Irish Extraction who are decended from the Potato Famine emigrants & still remain.. (as featured in the U2 Album.)...."THE HANDS THAT BUILT AMERICA"... ...I still use the same Sharpened Potato my Great, great Grandfather used building the Whitehouse,... .. fer fecks sakes.!!! I guess you could say I'm a true "Chip" off the old block. :-D:-D:-D ....now let's all raise a glass & drink to the health & wealth of the humble.. "Sharpened Potato".!!! ..ps..the Spuds that never made it into the toolbox were distilled to make that "other" famous Irish drink....."Poteen".!! "SLAINTE" !!! ;-):-):-D

@highwatercircutrider 3 года назад

I have been a building contractor for 49 years. I started in 1972 with an old $2.00 Craftsman circular saw, my dad’s old 1/4” electric drill, a roofing knife, new tape measure and a straight claw hammer dad gave me needing a new wood handle. My first two years were spent redoing shingled roofs. By 1989 I had built up a small house moving/ steel sea wall business. I retired 3 years ago and sold all my heavy equipment and a shop fire burned up my office and tools. Two years ago I got bored and talked my three brothers into going back in the carpentry business. I had to buy a saw, cordless drill, impact driver and a new leather tool belt......... I am happy once again at age 70 ! ..... Gary in Michigan

@jixuscrixus1967 3 года назад

I spent a lifetime in oil & gas construction supervision/management, retired early and started some woodwork DIY projects, replacing standard size doors, workshop doors, garage doors, building workbenches, window frames, shelving. I started some of the early projects with discarded pallets, then found a local timber merchant and purchased timber for the more important jobs. Fantastic way to stay active and occupied, great job satisfaction and fun collecting some good tools along the way, I’ll tackle most DIY projects if I feel comfortable with the level of detail required and my abilities.

@lahcenmartinez7574 3 года назад

I've been a chef all my working life. Not easy, but not carpentry. This past year all I could think about was changing professions. When I was 18, I had rented a house that needed the large living room "picture-window" replaced. The man that was hired was named Johannes. An old German with nothing but time on his hands to make more money. His stories and rants during the week were the stuff of legends. Enjoyed making him coffee, just black, and sharing breakfast. I have no doubt that he could've finished the job in 2 days, but he just took his time and enjoyed my company that week. Still thinking about changing professions, but my knees hurt.

@staffh3815 3 года назад

Fair play Gary, long may u continue

@elzoog 3 года назад

@@lahcenmartinez7574 Is chef a good profession to get into? My daughter is interested in doing that.

@lahcenmartinez7574 3 года назад

@@elzoog If you like what you do, and you're good at it, then get so good that people have to pay you what you're worth. ALWAYS NEGOTIATE. That's just basic advice for any profession, but honestly, you have to really love it and find a good fit for YOU when looking for long-term employment. I would have a resume 4 pages long if I listed every joint I've worked in. Bosses can be overbearing and customers can be the worst of humanity, but you push through it, develop a thick skin and own your work at the end of the day. You can't please everybody, but you will try, and you will learn from failures. Being the Chef in the kitchen carries a lot of responsibilities and garners all of the respect when you live up to the name. I've loved my job when I'm there, and hated it sometimes when I'm at home with my little girl. Sacrifices will be made, just like with so many other professions. Hope that gives you some insight.

@LT72884 4 года назад

Wife:will you build me a shelf? Me: ill need to buy a car lift, saws, and other random stuff..

@CP-os1pc 4 года назад

And my pals are coming over to help so we need beers and four pizzas

@jukkaikomi1763 4 года назад

🤣🤣🤣

@LT72884 4 года назад

@@CP-os1pc facts

@barrybrigden7317 4 года назад

LOL. Only difference, a bike lift

@timbohouston 4 года назад

Hey don't tell my secrets!

@fredberger3155 2 года назад

I agree. Being a retired journeyman carpenter, I was often limited by whatever tools I could carry in my car. When I started the trade, I did EVERYTHING with a circular saw, a drill and my hand tools. As time went on, and Chinese power tools became readily available at cheap prices, I bought more specialty power tools; pretty soon I needed a van to move everything around. One day I said enough is enough, I went and bought two tool bags from Home Depot and decided if my stuff doesn't fit in those two bags, then I'm not using it. One bag holds the circular saw and cordless (with hammer function) drill. I had to consider each hand tool carefully for the other bag, but I did it and I feel a real sense of freedom because of it. I have a knockdown portable bench that I built; it also allows me to position my circular saw for use as a table saw. So when my kids call me for help, I'm ready . . . two bags and a portable bench . . . and I'm gone!

@helenm6732 Год назад

“Help”, said the adooted kid.

@wesleymunoz6474 10 месяцев назад

Maybe you should make a “must have” tool list for the younger generation. (Me lol) I started my tool collection and I noticed that sometimes I just buy things just to have. Mainly for house maintenance nothing professional

@dilipanthonypinto1620 8 месяцев назад

I’d love to see a picture of your table setup because I’m in the same boat. When I need to rip trim casing or door jambs , I hate to drag around a table saw…

@oaktutor1154 8 месяцев назад

this sounds so cool, i could see it in a movie. We shall call it "Dad, a carpenter near you"

@cw9790 2 года назад

I'm a minimalist and also a craftsman so this information is exactly what I needed.

@donnguyen9493 3 года назад

When I was a refugee on a Malaysia island, I only used ropes and a medium long knife to build my "house". It survived couple bad tropical storms and a lot of heavy rains.

@mikhail58 3 года назад

Omg were u ad bidong

@donnguyen9493 3 года назад

@@mikhail58 Actually I was at Pulau Besa. Bidong was built roughly 6 months after the Malaysian government decided Besa was too small to shelter 1000 refugees. It turned out to be a good plan as Bidong at its highest point had ~50,000 refugees.

@aquarius9491 3 года назад

in America thats called a rape kit.

@firstnamelastname59 3 года назад

@@aquarius9491 ahhhhhahahaha

@christophresmerowski1824 3 года назад

Wilson !!

@klausreviewscraftrestore3152 4 года назад

i have to keep this video away from my wife...or its the end of my tool collection.

@kan-zee 4 года назад

LMAO....to true..LOL 😂🤣👍

@jayjayhooksch1 4 года назад

I just don't let me wife look at my tool collection; if she saw how clean my cordless nailers were (from lack of hard use) and knew how much they cost i'd be a dead man lol

@amillerinspections1332 4 года назад

Amen brother, puhreach it!

@sirlorddoctormajorphd3016 4 года назад

Tell her she only needs to inspect 1 tool 😏

@kathryncastanares525 4 года назад

@Sean Steele although i no longer wear make up aside from mascara. I found many men tend to complain about the expenses of a womans hygienic process, to then complain when they no longer get all "primped and pretty". Its hard for each sex to understand the needs and wants of the others. I dont find women need a huge collection of purses or shoes. But facial products and make up is something they use to continue looking pretty for their husband. Idk any man that is happy with a woman who doesnt do anything with herself. And i dont know many women who is happy to have a man that can't build/fix things. Which both requires some expenses to facilitate. Its when either side has no self control and over spends or hoards things that go unused where there may be a problem. Especially when/if it starts to affect your financial or marital situation. Aside from that, if thats not an issue, how about lets just live and let live? I am happy that my husband has a collection of tools since he not only has the ability to fix/build things we need for our home, but i also get to barrow them for any work i need done in our veg garden.

@codywaldron2486 Год назад

As a now 3 year home owner, I couldn’t agree more. I found a SkilSaw brand circular saw at the local pawn shop for 10 bucks and bought a brand new Craftsman drill/impact set right after I bought my house and finding out I had a place to store tools. I’ve constructed so much stuff; expanding my deck, building a base for a shed, adding a workbench, shelving, and a ramp for the building, a dog house and tons of other little projects. You hit the nail on the head with this one. It’s mind blowing how much you can build with a way to cut, and a way to fasten.

@TEXAS.N8V 3 года назад

I dig your videos! I've only been in framing since 2004, never rose up the ranks in a crew, but i'm a good cutter, now running my own contracting business of 3 years and always learning more, thanks to videos like yours.

@LaurieSavage 3 года назад

Carpentry is about THREE things! MEASURING, Cutting, and Fastening. Love your videos, they are very helpful.

@billyandrew 3 года назад

@@01r1sh Damn, you got in a week ahead of me! 😂 I was taught that over half a century ago and it's as relevant today as it was back in the day.

@jcollins7593 3 года назад

Which power tool should we be measuring with?

@aTribeCalledCasey 3 года назад

@@jcollins7593 what is measure?

@emostorm7 3 года назад

I thought this too right off, but he was talking about power tools

@BobZed 3 года назад

Other people caught this, but I was thinking, "I really want to see a power measuring tape."

@matt8863 3 года назад

A portable table saw and a 12" compound miter saw...Because anything else your neighbor should have.

@user-qt6uj5zp2y 3 года назад

lol

@SgtBooker44 3 года назад

That was hilarious, true, but hilarious.

@2solid4u6 3 года назад

😂😭😭🔥My dude.. you play it smart and save money. 💰 while having a beer🍺 all at the same time.

@FancyUnicorn 2 года назад

Flanders

@someonespadre 2 года назад

I have a 12” slider, my favorite saw. I occasionally need a circular saw but put off replacing my old one because the miter saw is better at any cross cutting task. I use the 10” table saw 2nd most. The only thing I need a circular saw for is cutting plywood…last few times I was able to use a little powered trim saw I have which is underpowered but will cut 1/4” plywood with a fresh battery. If I worked elsewhere a circular saw would be more handy but it isn’t that hard to take the slider with me, use it on the pickup tailgate.

@billlauretti7963 2 года назад

I agree! I'm a DIYer, and my first power tool was a Craftsman circular saw (which has lasted me 40 years!) and a corded drill (the cordless ones were a new thing and too expensive at the time). I have plenty more power tools now, but still go to the old circular saw, and now an 18V cordless drill most often (although I just bought my first cordless driver after watching your video on those).

@survivalsoundsVEVO 2 года назад

For #3 I’m new to working with tools but love my Dewalt Cordless Multi Tool. I can cut through almost anything, plunge cut, fix mistakes, sand rapidly with a few affordable attachments… so much versatility.

@barneygo2010 3 года назад

30 year Master Educator here (High School Teacher) who spent 2 semesters in electrical trade school and worked in construction afterwards; Thanks for not wasting a word nor wasting our time. I learned so much , but learned even more from your videos. I was mentored by a Master Carpenter and you both are on the identical wavelengths. Much gratitude to you, Kind Sir! Peace Be To Journey!

@streetglidescott6424 2 года назад

Thank you for your service! Shop teachers are under-recognized contributors to life as we know it.

@MAGAMAN Год назад

"Master Educator" So you couldn't hack it in the real world. As the saying goes: Those who can, do; those who can't, teach.

@kenrichmond6906 Год назад

@@MAGAMAN what kind of stupid comment is this? Completely unnecessary.

@tharealje2306 Год назад

@@MAGAMAN weirdo

@dieabsolutegluckskuche5174 Год назад

@@MAGAMAN That's the reason why america and most western counties have such a bad educational system, because so many of you don't give a fuck about education in many ways. Finland only gives teaching positions to the best from the best and no wonder they got the best schools, teachers and pupils. Bad schools means bad management, bad teacher means bad pupils. And bad teachers are a byproduct of your society.

@nizamdamanhuri933 4 года назад

"Carpentry is about two things - cutting and fastening" - putting that on a big notice above my work bench for those times I get into an over thinking spiral.

@chrishane1316 4 года назад

And finishing, lot of finishing. 3rd tool is RO sander.

@petraxander4218 4 года назад

I would elaborate a little. Carpentry is about three things - cutting and fastening, to create (all kind of variations of) boxes.

@miloszivkovic6118 4 года назад

@not tryna argue but Try to explain that to people that thinks im doing nothing before i actually start

@slimdougmaddox4634 3 года назад

Don't forget to measure... Or you'll be doing ALOT of cutting to trim down your cut.

@hideandtallow 3 года назад

@@slimdougmaddox4634 True, or just more and more fastening :/

@classydays43 2 года назад

Oscillating multi tools are fantastic for a number of smaller jobs. The plunge cutting function is especially versatile, and I use the sanding attachments for all sorts of smaller stuff and corners. But you've convinced me - I've been putting off getting one for the longest time, but there's a circular saw waiting for me at the store in my platform.

@samday6621 2 года назад

I’m a landscape gardener and artist. My first power tools were a large circular saw, heavy duty drill and a small angle grinder. Those served me well for years.

@kimtoy3089 3 года назад

I like how you describe carpentry as cutting and fastening - puts your tool choices in proper perspective. Thank you!

@5400bowen 3 года назад

“You may have trouble convincing me, but I’m always open to suggestion”. That is the right attitude for a person of your insight, depth, and clarity. At least half of your comments are things I have thought and dealt with, and learned over the years. What’s really funny is that you look like my family in a general sort of way. Keep up the good work.

@BobboMax1 3 года назад

I agree. Add safety glasses, ear plugs, a pencil, good tape measure, speed square and a 2 foot level. Pro tip for "sidewinders" (the type of saw in the video)- if you're right handed, try to find one w/ the blade on the left and vice versa. That will give you a good view of the blade as it enters the wood somewhere near your line. Also makes it easier to use the speed square as a guide.

@TheCharleseye 2 года назад

Honestly, I'd say the best advice is to learn how to use a circular saw from either side. Whether you're using a right or left side blade, you're going to end up making cuts from the opposite side (unless you want to be balancing the saw on the narrow side of the shoe). In the long run, it's best to just adapt to the saw you have.

@dupre7416 2 года назад

I finally broke down and now I have a right- and left-hand circular saw. Not a necessity, but really nice.

@MrWolfheart111 Год назад

and dont be scared... they are quite an intimidating tool. :)

@disqusrubbish5467 Год назад

Exactly on the saw! You can see the line and if it kicks back, it does so off to the side

@sluggo5260 Год назад

This video sums up my life when it comes to "required tools", and tools "I wish I had...about once or twice a year". Your honesty is refreshing. Thanks.

@chicox37 4 года назад

Work with wood is about cutting, fastening, and finishing. You need a saw, drill and a sander.

@rentbennett 4 года назад

You can hand sand, and decks and fences don't need sanding.

@deanslegos1990 3 года назад

Ok, looks like I'll be getting that 4 speed Hilti drill, Festool random orbital and tracksaw. 👍 thanks

@zaneorton9843 3 года назад

@@rentbennett You can hand drill and saw as well?

@brandon6173 3 года назад

Sanding can be done easily by hand but I agree for larger projects sander is a must

@brandon6173 3 года назад

@@zaneorton9843 if I had to choose I'd prefer to hand sand. Over hand drill and use a hand saw. But that's personal preference each to their own. In the end it really depends on what your building..

@sislertx 3 года назад

My Essential list for 80 year old women... ..hammer, cordless drill, multitoo,l big ass sander...hand sander..miter saw..jig saw .i can not lift circular.saw.anymore and use it safely....and a.dremel..2 million screw.drivers..i have nail guns and i really love them..they are icing. Im.thinking maybe one of those new mini circular.saws

@d.e.b.b5788 3 года назад

Give yourself a Makita 1" hand held belt sander as a gift. I found it amazingly useful.

@eloscuro704 3 года назад

You might already have sufficient screwdrivers, but most people don't. No matter what the project, there will be a screwdriver that you really need but don't have. You can buy a set like this which covers pretty much everything: www.amazon.com/Husky-Variety-Screwdriver-Set-25-Piece/dp/B08BHTPW1P

@willieverusethis 3 года назад

I love my little Makita mini saw. I can't use the big saws any longer, but I can go all day with my little Makita. Get one!

@d.e.b.b5788 3 года назад

@@willieverusethis I've had one of those 3 1/2 inch 9.6v makita saws since the early 1990's. Amazing little tool, as long as you don't try to cut too fast, it will sliice through just about anything!

@khalidosman8027 2 года назад

Applicable for DIY around American homes which are often wooden. Here in South Africa the most used tools are a hammer drill and angle grinder since the homes are built with masonry. Hammer drill can be used on low setting for wood and there are special blades to use on a grinder for wood cutting.

@cuses-ws5gp 3 года назад

I never had many tools (power or otherwise) until we bought our first house. Shorty thereafter, I saw the need for a power saw (the cutting of shelving) and a fastener (drill pilot holes for screws et. al. to assemble the shelves). Those lasted me for quite some time. As I became older (and batteries became better) I switched to cordless tools and increased the number of tools to 3 - circular saw, drill, and impact driver. I have a couple of other power tools, but they basically have stayed in the chest where I first put them. Now (at almost age 80) my power tools used in order are: impact driver (fastener), drill (fastener II), and occasionally the cordless saw. I was tempted to get a sander several years ago, but I have a multitool that has a sander attachement. It does all the sanding I need! One last comment - buy the best tools you can as you go along. You will not regret it. I have friends who have drawers full of old broken down, cheaply made tools. They are NOT worth it!

@AndyMorrissey 2 года назад

#cu63 ses53 I can testify to your "One last comment" I too have tools I wish I had spent more on. Not only do better tools last longer they make doing the job a lot easier and quicker. Even if your only like me doing odd jobs around the house getting an 18V cordless drill and separate 18V cordless driver has made my life so much easier.

@gmanchurch 2 года назад

Amen to that brother! Buy the best tools that you can afford!

@chatteyj 2 года назад

Pretty much why I have gone for the makita range of cordless tools. People say they are good I have no idea if that is true or why but thats what I went for, hopefully they turns out to be good.

@stroys7061 3 года назад

My grandfather could do great work with a hand saw, hammer, brace and bit, and a few other small tools like screw drivers and chisels. I admired his skill and bought power tools as soon as I could afford them. Now I’m about half as good as he was.

@rodneyadderton1077 3 года назад

Yeah grandfather's are the best.

@tylerstraka8714 2 года назад

Step by step you get ahead, but rarely in fast spurts.

@nagp7650 2 года назад

It's not tools , it's technique,application of brain/mind.,patience& Finally if u Love ,u r work irrespective of outcome Japanese do wonderful artcrafts with bare minimum tools& also ancient Indian Temple architecture

@blamonte4931 2 года назад

yeah I still remember the smell of my grandfather's garage, dirt floor, and oil. all kinds of repair and creativity.

@noahleek9696 2 года назад

Yes. My grandfather past a lot of tools down to my father which he has passed to me. I have 4 different sized handmade wooden levels. I love them.

@ChipVorhies 3 года назад

When I seen the name of the title of this video, I already knew my top two picks, so I was not one single bit surprised to see that you chose the same ones. I am completely in your corner on this one!!!!!

@tylerstraka8714 2 года назад

I guessed right too. I am not sure 18 volts on the cordless drill if that is too powerful or not powerful enough it just seems pretty average

@ubbno1 2 года назад

@@tylerstraka8714 Believe me, 18 is fine. I had a hammer drill I could use on stone or concrete yet had no problem, different bit of course, on pine. 18 is the sweet spot, especially with the new lighter batteries.

@kempkennedy3542 2 года назад

I have been buying up tools like crazy since I started renovating my kitchen by myself. I bought a portable table saw (as opposed to the circular saw) and it has been invaluable for use. Problem with it is storage and I could have used the circular for faster, more accurate cut removal of subfloor. Great video and I know you are keeping it super simple, but I can say that my "saw's all" reciprocating saw and the little multi-tool have been handy for multiple occasions in the house.

@1ZZFE 2 года назад

Thank you! I seriously think serious people, esp DIYs starting carpentry and reno works got to know channels like this. No frills, direct, and straight to the points. 👍👍👍

@roddyoccultis4266 3 года назад

To me, tools are what real friends ( if they do exist) should be like. You never see them for ages and one day when you need their help, they are there for you.

@dtbone6 3 года назад

real friends....humm...where do you get them??

@roddyoccultis4266 3 года назад

@@dtbone6 You make a good point. I should have said Tools are what real friends if they do exist should be like

@jimsmith9853 3 года назад

Well said Sir. That is a great statement/observation. I am stealing it.

@chnacr2 2 года назад

You're right. I'm gonna tell my friends that they're absolute tools

@roddyoccultis4266 2 года назад

@@chnacr2 I am so glad for you

@TheRozylass 3 года назад

Amazing! I've been telling my husband for years that all my Dad ever had was a circular saw and a mitre box for all his cutting needs. And my great-grandpa earned his living as a carpenter with all hand tools! Keep up the good work!

@HariSeldon913 2 года назад

And your parents grew up with a 14" B/W CRT television and your grandparents grew up without television at all. 🐱🐱🐱

@calebfuller4713 2 года назад

@@HariSeldon913 They had to walk to school, barefoot, in the snow, and back then it was uphill both ways! And that was considered luxury...

@Skinny_Pimp 2 года назад

Why are you nagging your husband. Can the man have some peace. Simple. Do you want him trying to solve all your issues or just listen?

@Shauma_llama 2 года назад

@@HariSeldon913 My parents had a COLOR tv, what're talkin' 'bout?

@Shauma_llama 2 года назад

@@calebfuller4713 My mom rode her horse to school when she was kid. Really.

@martinrivera6770 2 года назад

Started with a Ryobi circular saw my wife gifted me for our first Christmas a few months married, that kicked off a new hobby for me that turned out to become a passion. My first project was cutting a set of large 6x12” domino pieces for playing in the lawn. I didn’t even have a workbench, I used the lowered door of the truck bed to lay out my 1/2” thick sheets of plywood and got to work. Sanded all pieces by hand, stained them, cut out a stencil out of cardboard for the dots and spray painted them. Still have them and now kids play with them. Several years forward, that circular saw has been used in literally EVERY project ever since.

@Andrew-J316 3 года назад

I am not a carpenter by any stretch, but my I have built and repaired many things my whole life with just the tools you mentioned plus a Dremel and a Sander. These are the only four tools I have ever really needed. Thanks for video!

@johannsmit3411 3 года назад

I agree on you tool choice. I remember when I started 20 years ago,my motivation to get expensive Table saw,radial arm saw and more just for the convenience put financial pressure that were overcome, in time as a cabinet maker of fine furniture it made sense to get a specific tool for a specific job. Staring simple with these 2 tools leads to more improvising.

@vanessa7349 3 года назад

Mate, so glad I found your channel. I'm an absolute beginner and could not find any hobby courses to learn the basics. All your videos I've watched so far have been so helpful. Just want to say thanks. Felt especially reassured with this 2 power tools video.

@TheHonestCarpenter 3 года назад

That’s awesome, Vanessa! Thanks for watching! 😄

@covakoma1064 2 года назад

@@TheHonestCarpenter can you please tell me circular saw, cord or cordless? Also if you go 18V ( have other makita tools cordless) whitch one to look at, makita have really a lot of tools to pick up?

@chatteyj 2 года назад

@@covakoma1064 makita cordless tools is a good way to go, thats what I have chosen, but I don't like circular saws myself

@cactustactics 2 года назад

@@covakoma1064 there are links in the video description, but if you pause the video you can see the model he has/recommends

@kinderliving1 Год назад

Thank you so much for this video. I am just starting down the road of DYI (late to the game) and this is exactly what I have been thinking about - what tools should I buy first. I really, really appreciate your honesty and I'm glad I have now just found your channel.

@manilamartin1001 2 года назад

This is great to see. I started off framing houses in the 80s. I pretty much just worked for 1 year but I got the bug. Nice to see a pro talk about tools.

@Musecrafter 4 года назад

I need three power tools: a skil saw, drill, and a sawzall to tear down the colossal mess I just made ;)

@jonnybass6226 4 года назад

yeah i love my sawzall too

@tribulationprepper787 3 года назад

Funny in a "true" kind of way.

@tribulationprepper787 3 года назад

@G Galilei I went for the DeWalt battery powered version. Seems to have enough "Oomph" to do the job. Nice to be able to take it across the property without a 300 foot cord trailing behind me.

@VoteBlue4Peace-LoveInUSAagain 3 года назад

I'm covered then! TY

@patriciabass9502 3 года назад

I hear ya

@fattony8803 4 года назад

I just started my cordless tool collection. These two were my must have's. Great video!

@ryancourter544 3 года назад

Before watching this i told myself over all my projects i mostly ever needed circular saw and the hand drill. :) happy to see he agrees. The 3rd most important to me, because i do all the tree triming and lawn work around the house, would have to be the JIG saw. the longer blades i can use also make it easier for when i need to make rough cuts on larger lumber like 4X4's. I use a dewalt and it takes the same batteries as my Drill, so its a good compliment.

@AndrewTheFrank Год назад

Been doing some DIY stuff around the house for the last year or two and I'd have to agree with the advice of this video. I have less than a dozen cord and cordless power tools to choose from and its the two mentioned that are my initial go to tools for most every situation.

@brainwashingdetergent4322 3 года назад

I think you fastened (nailed) it perfectly! If an aspiring work worker really wants to see if he is truly interested or has the abilities, starting with a few cornerstone power tools is a great way to test the waters. If it doesn’t work out, he’s not out a small fortune in tools he doesn’t use.

@lakerschargers1 3 года назад

I recently bought my first house and I am loving this channel. You are giving me the confidence to start tackling some projects.

@themoonsbluelight Год назад

I have had the same Makita 5007F for about 20 years, and used it framing houses professionally for years. Still runs great. My old man has the same one and has had it for nearly double the time I have had mine.

@ChrisHornberger 2 года назад

I wouldn't prioritize anything else over them. They're the right choices. Next up would be the dedicated driver you mentioned - 1) alleviate frequent bit changes, and 2) cleaner drives as you mentioned. A super versatile compound sliding miter saw makes for quick repeated use at a job site, but that's convenience more than necessity. I'm building a cabin; heaviest use items so far are the nail gun (framing, 21*) and the (cordless) circular saw, with the miter saw being a lot of the bulk-cutting work on trimming studs and joists to length. $.02.

@jenniferjahns4006 4 года назад

This right here is what I've been youtube and googling for a month. Like a ray of sunshine your video showed up on my recommended viewing. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

@michaelchan4761 4 года назад

Very informative video, straight to the point! Started to watch carpentry diy videos this quarantine period! Your video is one of the best, truly honest carpenter, I will buy the 2 tools as advise! Watching here from Philippines 🇵🇭

@albaboren5947 2 года назад

Thank you for this video! I just found you and I've learned so much! I have been wanting to get a saw but wasn't sure which one. I can't depend on the employees at the local store because most of them are just there to help you find stuff (which I appreciate), so this was helpful. I'm going to watch the safety videos now.

@kennethspengler9934 2 года назад

I just found your channel And I love it. Every video is practical, informative and yes, honest. I wish I had access to your videos 40 years ago when I was just starting to do home projects and a much more limited budget.

@gasiakourieh8708 4 года назад

Great video!!! I started with a jigsaw and a drill. Since I only was interested in building furniture it was a better combo for me. Achieving straight cuts with a jigsaw can be done but you absolutely need to use a straight edge with every cut. I started by using the manufactured edge of a sheet of plywood for rip cuts. For cross cuts, I used a speed square. They also sell longer blades that can cut through 2x materials so that isn’t an issue. I still agree with this video. If I were doing household diy and not specifically furniture, I’d choose the same combination. People also ask me which tools to start with. I always reply exactly the same. Pick a project then buy what you need to get the job done. Simple.

@rico1319 4 года назад

I totally agree with you, especially for the group of folks you’re targeting! Another video with honest info!, 👍👍👍😎🇨🇱

@kevinlawes591 2 года назад

I used to work for a joinery company but 3 years ago work dried up!! Since then been on my own! I have a handtool selection which works for me! Power tool wise I run a mitre saw, circular saw, and electric planer! Truth be told the circular saw is the one tool I could not be without❤️

@DJe1957 3 года назад

I agree totally. Those were my power tools for 25+ years. I bought a cordless circular saw recently because of the hassle with the cord in many places. Last year i bought a cordless planer as I have never been good with the hand ones. It was one of the most used tools last summer along with an impact driver. Still, if i had to choose, the choice would be exactly like yours...

@AnonymousAkira 3 года назад

Nice, the first power tools I ever bought was a DeWalt drill and saw combo set. I still have the saw (drill died on me after a decade of light use) and the case they came with. Saw is still running fine too :)

@sgtrpalma 4 года назад

Outstanding video brother, your professionalism is greatly appreciate it!!

@marcoantoniomejiamedina8539 2 года назад

Just from watching this piece I’m convinced. Just now subscribed. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and btw before you mentioned what they were I had guessed right. Woodworker from 12yrs old to 18yrs old. I only left my love for woodworking for a career in tattooing which I love and am now looking into machine building.

@highlanderes 3 года назад

Agree. The third I got was a multitool. Good for an insane number of things like precision cuts, sanding, paint stripping, cutting tiles, demolition, repair work and much more I am sure.

@path4471 2 года назад

Every function of the multitool is vastly inadequate for all of those functions compared to other tools. Sander is better at sanding, saw is better at cutting, and a scrapers are better than the stripper. Multitools are nearly useless

@TraffordTrevorrow 3 года назад

More of a mechanic guy but when I saw this in my head I thought an impact driver and an angle grinder. Little different but kinda the same thing, something to cut and something to drill/loosen things.

@hardlyb 4 года назад

When I saw the title I thought, 'circular saw and cordless drill'. I have too many tools - I'm a tool junky. But despite generally having 'just the right tool for the job', I often do jobs with a circular saw and a drill. And I use a cordless circular saw these days; I'm amazed at how powerful they are now.

@HandCraftedPT 3 месяца назад

Learned a lot from this video. I don’t know much but I have a lot of projects I need to do as we priced them out and they are expensive from drywall to trim work. I was just looking at all the saws today at a local big box store and just felt overwhelmed. Thank you for this great info.

@johnduffy6546 2 года назад

I really appreciate your frugality. Our ancestors made great things without the convenience of today's gizmos...Elbow grease still works as well today as it did a thousand years ago. Keep doin what you're doin!

@jpaugh64 2 года назад

I didn't realize a skill saw could do an angled cut! That was my primary motivation for saving up for a miter saw. Thanks for helping me see the light!

@saquist 3 месяца назад

How can a skill saw do a miter cut?

@planetarybeat473 2 месяца назад

@@saquistusing a speedsquare as a guide

@renevank 2 года назад

Personally I'm really fond of my dremel as well, but I use it for a lot of smaller DIY projects, combined with 3d printing. Cool video!

@DoubleQz Месяц назад

Thanks i just bought a cicular, it arrives today. Watching how to videos and will definitely read the manual through and through.

@frenchtoast5843 3 года назад

I agree with your thesis, Ethan. Many years ago my spouse and I built stalls for my horses inside of an existing pole barn. I recall we used a circular saw, and a drill would have come in very handy, but we used a hammer. (LOL) Of course we had to use a shovel, a wheelbarrow and one or two other things, but basically we built the stalls with very few tools. I recently purchased a 12v cordless drill for small things I want to do around the house. I have been screening videos on how to use cordless drills as I have no experience with them. At the moment, I am still trying to figure out how to turn the "clutch control" behind the "chuck." It does not seem to want to turn one way or the other, so either I am doing something wrong, or I do not have enough strength in my hand to turn it. It is supposed to turn counter clockwise if I have the drill in my hand pointed outward in front of me, yes? I purchased a Bosch PS31-2a 12v. I did not feel I needed a larger and much heavier 18v drill for the things I want to do. I would love to be your assistant and learn how to do all sorts of carpentry work, though! Love your videos! :)

@nicksalazar2239 2 года назад

As soon as i started the video i said "its got to be a circular saw and a drill" i was right!! Very good advice!

@davidkidd2961 2 года назад

30 years as a carpenter/ handyman, exactly what I said. I picked Makita circular and actually a corded drill. Battery drills are great, but you still have to recharge batteries often. Even having 3 or 4 batteries, you can still end up having to wait on one to finish charging.

@s.m.s.m.630 3 года назад

Wow, this is really valuable piece of advice! Thank you for sharing it with us!

@starryparadigm 2 года назад

Thank you this is great! I’m a complete beginner with woodworking + diy and was a bit lost with where to start and what tools I actually need. A lot of diy projects on YT turn out great but they use at least 5 tools for the job

@isstuff 3 года назад

I got those 2 and was set building all kinds of stuff. I added a electric plan, belt sander and orbital sander, then a jigsaw. My collection of tools are constrained by not having a shed and probably having to move in a few years. As he said, this two are the core of my rough building of stuff. Although I really want to go nuts with a CnC router, letting my cad skills get into the real world.

@jeremylakenes6859 3 года назад

My hardest part of any job is loading and unloading my tools. I can barely leave the house to meet someone for dinner without at least my drills and a tape measure.

@Madasin_Paine 2 года назад

A very well made, time respectful, anecdote, experience, and rational pragmatic supported videos. Teachers take note!

@MichaelDawson03 2 года назад

Before you gave named the two, I called them out. I completely agree. They were my first two purchases. I bought what I could afford, and I have upgraded both, but they still get used a ton. I am only a DIYer and do find myself using my Compound Sliding Miter saw more often than my circular saw. I also find myself using my impact driver more than my drill. However, as you said, I could do away with those two tools and still have all my needs met with the drill and circular saw. I do love my table saw though, I wouldn't want to do without it.

@hardhds1 2 года назад

You are so right, I started in 1980 with a Makita 7-1/4" Cirular saw a 20 oz claw hammer and a Makita drill. Use these tools for 15 years.

@etownandrewg 4 года назад

I agree. Before I heard what you were going to say, my guess was a circular saw and drill.

@mikegillis22 4 года назад

... and the 3rd? Router... 4th, sawzall...

@harrysample5600 4 года назад

I agree, I came down in favour of Combi drill and Circ saw. Then I was 50:50 if I would swap the circ saw for a jigsaw and make do. Depend how much sheet material you’re working with versus doing more detailed work/ small bodges.

@Reapsin 4 года назад

I am a novice DIYer, and this may not mean much to a lot of people, BUT; A circular saw is a great time saver, but I wouldn't call it essential. Anything you can do with a circular saw, you can do with a hand saw. The biggest thing to consider is time, when deciding this purchase. One thing to note; know what tooth pattern to use for the job when selecting a hand saw. The variations in tooth pattern make a world of difference in cutting! I would consider the drill essential, though, as hand drills are very difficult (competitively) to source bits for. And the range of bits is far less viable for many projects (drivers, augers, spades, etc.). The extra utility built into one tool makes it well worth the investment!

@NWGR 4 года назад

I've been woodworking for 16 years now; I would most definitely consider a circular saw essential. Ripping down a few sheets of plywood to build even a couple of cabinets is not something I'd want to do with a handsaw.

@jackylzimmer3954 4 года назад

This video is about essential POWER tools.

@marsinbako8491 4 года назад

No way I’m using a handsaw if I have a circular saw.

@janderson8401 4 года назад

@@marsinbako8491 if it’s only one cut I’ll just use a hand saw. Less set up, faster, quieter, and the dust drops down instead of getting thrown into the air for me to breath.The answer might be different if I ever get a cordless circular saw

@mhonda0610 3 года назад

You explained the rationale of owning two specific power tools so clearly. Very helpful. Thanks

@josephtremel5392 2 года назад

Good vid. I’m a carpenter as well and I use those tools a lot. Drill can also be used to pre drill nail holes that can then be driven home with a hammer. Great for small repairs so I don’t have to unload all my tools for just a couple of nails. Important non power tools to have would be a hammer, small square, glue and at least a two ft level.

@Lew114 3 года назад

As a novice I’d love to see more on safety.

@sbradshaw1886 3 года назад

Look through his video collection and Subscribe. There are plenty.

@thequietkiwi 2 года назад

Safety third!!!

@GSL4396 2 года назад

Me too. Kind of scare of those saws.

@ImreDemech 3 года назад

When one gets older & the body is wearing out more power tools is the answer.!

@AC-kk3vo 3 года назад

Exactly why I'm looking at a cordless impact wrench

@rayanderson931 2 года назад

My first house reno (quite a major rebuild) was in the early 1980s. I had no power tools. I used a hand saw and I had a 2 speed 1/2 inch hand drill, a hammer and roofing square, a level, a plane and a few other cheap hand tools.. All my framing was hand cut, as was my finishing timber. A sander was a block of 2 by 4 and a roll of sandpaper (still is). It was fun and I learnt a lot. I am now on my fifth house reno, I have a huge number of power tools, and the job is a lot easier, but I still use a lot of my old hand tools because they can do the job better.

@tomowens7301 3 года назад

I agree. I have done alot with just a drill and circular saw. But I would add a 3rd power tool to that, and that is a finishing pad sander. But as I have been growing my tool collection, and types of projects. Having other types are very convenient, and save on time.

@bradsuarez2683 3 года назад

I always loved woodworking as a hobby. As a teen I just had a hand saw and a hammer and that was fine. In my twenties I upgraded to a circular saw and basic drill and built lots of stuff. Now in my early thirties I bought a jigsaw and a sander just to refine my work a bit.

@anonymouswhite352 Год назад

Electric sander is a must for me saves so much time

@ipick4fun27 2 года назад

I agree on the circular saw and drill. Ever since I use the impact driver, it's a must have. Beside, they sell them as combo. Drill itself cost almost as much as combo. Kinda hard to do without the mitre saw. It's fast and convenient and takes lots of setup from circular saw to do the same thing. I would say they are quite different. If you can't afford a sliding, just do the one without. It goes lot faster because when patience runs low, people get sloppy and injuries happen. Low end mitre cost ~$100. Just put a crowbar to the wallet. Don't cheap out on necessities.

@SacklunchShacks Месяц назад

Excellent video. Thanks for sharing.

@tmoh99 2 года назад

The makita is definitely the best available. It can, with use , truly become an extension of the user. That and a cordless drill have kept me and my family fed for 25 years. Great video!!!

@macrumpton 4 года назад

Ha, I have that same exact drill! I find my jigsaw gets used a lot more than my circular saw, although having a good guide/track is essential for straight cuts with the jigsaw. The versatility of a vertical cut and ability to start a cut with a ¼" hole, and being able to cut curves, and even mount it upside down on a table to work like a bandsaw is hard to beat. My Bosch was handed down to me from my dad 20 years ago, and aside from cord replacements has needed nothing to work like new.

@jamesanthony8438 4 года назад

I'm with you on the not using the circular saw as much. I'd have to substitute the table saw for jigsaw, though. I very rarely use the jigsaw and haven't used the circular saw in about a year and a half, but the table saw gets a workout on nearly every project I do. I'm just weird, I guess. =\

@garythecarwashkid 3 года назад

I can do most jobs with a sharp spoon As long as I'm well caffeinated

@jonhohensee3258 3 года назад

LIAR!!

@2fas4ya 3 года назад

@@jonhohensee3258 😂🤣😂🤣

@2fas4ya 3 года назад

Works for me

@troyglazer9647 3 года назад

...yeah...I use a knife and fork ...you barbarian !

@scott040877 2 года назад

I agree the circular saw and drill are very good... But I've found my plunge router pretty essential for making long dados - I built a box for my daughters telescope using 1/4" plywood in 2x2 cut with dados to form the sides and lid. Turned out gorgeous. Also, hand sanding with carpal tunnel isnt fun, so having a little power sander is great. Also, when I built our shadow box coffee table I really found the table saw much better than a handheld circular...

@ironwood1621 2 года назад

For 20+ years of home ownership I have used only those 2 tools for everything. I even built an oak sofa table and farmhouse dining room table with just them. Thanks for another great video.

@danielch6662 4 года назад

Even with a keyless chuck, after you've switched the 20th time between the drill bit and driver bit, you'd be wishing you had a second drill or impact driver.

@jonathanleslie9100 4 года назад

I actually keep 3 handy at all times, the pilot hole, he recess bore, and the screw bit. I actually just ordered just a keyless chuck without a drill so I can hand bore out a recess without fear of powering through the whole piece of wood.

@mitchelljermaine 4 года назад

@@jonathanleslie9100 Same here. Still waiting for someone to invent a 3 way chuck so I can switch between bits without having to switch drills.

@willkrull7316 4 года назад

Funny, I had that very problem today installing a new screen door. NEVER AGAIN. Hammer drill+impact driver=problem solved

@LemmingFNSR 4 года назад

Daniel, hi from Oz. The 2 tradies who installed two security screen doors and a shower screen had 4 drills, all with different bits/drivers. 20 minutes total time. I think they were onto something.....

@inspired4more 4 года назад

Bit holders are cheap

@eustahijebrzic1866 4 года назад

Great video and great advice, this is exactly what I was looking for, information for beginners with a limited budget. Best regards.

@TheHonestCarpenter 4 года назад

You're welcome, Savo! Thanks for watching :)

@haroldleegrammer5516 2 года назад

Yes, the cordless hammer drill is a must as is the circular saw. If you do a lot of deck/porch work then a reciprocating saw can save time. Also an orbital sander can make quick work as well. Another tool that I already had that can save time is a Dremel rotary tool. It can do many jobs that would otherwise require the purchase of many others.

@lincolndickerson1293 2 года назад

i am a diyer… my dad was a carpenter. He did amazing things with a circular saw. He had a Skilsaw which he simply called the 7in saw. My cousin still uses it today. I watched him build everything with it. I watched him cut a round table top ( maybe 3 feet in diameter) by eye with that Skilsaw. I never checked it with a tape measure but to the naked eye is was a perfect circle. He retired about 20 years ago. He used nails 95% of the time. He had what I think he called a speed driver for driving screws. It was a screw driver that spun the head when you pushed on it. It was about 2 feet long. Any tool my dad picks up is an extension of his hand. One of those people who watching them work is like poetry in motion.

@Oldtimecarpenter 4 года назад

Without doubt you hit the nail on the head! That’s a perfect starting place every person needs to know about. Anything more right now would only confuse most beginners. I’ve seen some of your videos and I’m impressed with your knowledge and skills. Myself, I’ve only been a carpenter/cabinetmaker for the past 50 years and still learning. Keep up the good content and thanks for sharing!

@TheHonestCarpenter 4 года назад

Thank you, Pete! I love hearing from long-time carpenters/woodworkers like yourself! My grandfather was a master cabinetmaker--also made custom doors and windows in the 50s and 60s. I've never gone that far down the cabinet road, but I always admire that work. It's a cross between carpentry and woodworking, and takes perfect precision carried on a large-scale. Thank you for watching and writing in!

@AMurphySharp 3 года назад

This was a great video! Loved how you focused a lot on safety! That was great to hear!

@TheHonestCarpenter 3 года назад

Thanks Murphy! :)

@HighBoss 6 месяцев назад

As a DIYer I've got a relatively small collection of mostly budget tools. I didnt realise it at first but it did become very clear that my drill driver and circular saw were the most useful. The budget drill was mostly fine but I found it doesn't cut it with the larger bits when drilling bolt holes or whatever so it's worth investing in something decent just for that.

@indreK123 8 месяцев назад

Yes! .. totally right! .. and you will understand later what tool more do you need the most. .... great video ..

@TheJerry44 3 года назад

Once you’ve used an impact driver you know you can’t do without one

@TheBootyWrangler 2 года назад

This is the most absolutely true statement on earth. Pissed my dad always told me they were too powerful and crack wood

@Funknwanker 2 года назад

I agree

@romantkachuk168 2 года назад

So, I’m a random DIY guy and I always had only 3 power tools: an angle grinder, cordless drill and powerful hammer drill. I moved to a different country recently. Without tools, obviously. And the first thing I bought was the impact driver. What a great great tool it is! Does much better job at fastening. But, still not as universal as a cordless drill. Think I’ll end up buying a drill at some point just for convenience. I bought an angle grinder already, next will be a hand saw. Cheers

@michaeldhondt368 2 года назад

Definitely my drill and impact driver are my most used tools by far

@2bfrank657 2 года назад

Even just having two tools so you're not constantly switching out bits is a big advantage, but the ease with which impact drivers put screws in really is phenomenal.

@QoraxAudio 4 года назад

The most important power tool I have is the soldering iron. Used it on almost every home appliance I've repaired so far. Also made a nice penny on the side by repairing vintage radios, amplifiers and turntables.